Cloud Architect

JR United Kingdom; Manchester; Hybrid; GBP 60,000 - 100,000; Full time

Job summary

An established industry player is seeking a seasoned Cloud Architect passionate about designing and implementing innovative AWS solutions. In this high-impact role, you will lead cloud migration strategies and solve complex business challenges as an AWS expert. Collaborate within an Agile framework, mentor junior engineers, and champion AWS security standards. This is your chance to work on transformative projects in a dynamic environment, grow your expertise, and make a significant impact in the field of cybersecurity and cloud architecture.

Qualifications

• Experience in AWS cloud architecture and solving complex business issues.
• Proficiency in Java, Linux, and scripting languages.

Responsibilities

• Architect and lead cloud migration strategies on AWS.
• Drive DevOps and CI/CD practices with tools like Docker and Kubernetes.

Skills

AWS Cloud Architecture

Java Programming

Linux

Scripting (Shell, Bash, Python)

Communication Skills

Education

AWS Certifications

Tools

Docker

Kubernetes

OpenShift

Jenkins

BitBucket

JIRA

Job description

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Currently on the lookout for a seasoned Cloud Architect with a passion for designing and implementing cutting-edge AWS solutions? My client are hiring for a confidential, high-impact role with a Defence consultancy that’s heavily invested in our nations security.

Location: Manchester (3 days per week in-office, hybrid working)

Clearance: eDV clearance is essential

What You’ll Do:

• Architect and lead cloud migration strategies on AWS, defining cloud reference architectures and patterns for a large multi-account AWS estate.
• Solve complex business challenges as an AWS subject matter expert, leveraging services like EC2, ECS, EKS, S3, Lambda, RDS, KMS, ELB, SNS, SQS, and IAM.
• Drive DevOps and CI/CD practices, working with tools like Docker, Kubernetes, OpenShift, and more.
• Champion AWS security and network services, ensuring robust cybersecurity standards.
• Collaborate within an Agile framework, mentor junior engineers, and motivate teams to adopt new tools and set high standards.

What You’ll Bring:

• Strong experience in AWS cloud platform architecture and solving complex business issues.
• Proficiency in Java programming and Linux, with desirable knowledge of Apache NiFi, Node.js, JSON/XML, Jenkins, Maven, BitBucket, or JIRA.
• Hands-on experience with scripting (Shell, Bash, Python) and a solid understanding of Linux, networking, routing, and firewalls.
• Familiarity with operational concepts like monitoring, observability, and FinOps in AWS.
• Excellent communication skills and a collaborative mindset.

Nice to Have:

• AWS certifications (Solutions Architect Associate/Professional, Security, Advanced Networking).
• Experience with scaled Agile frameworks (SAFe, Scrum@Scale).
• A passion for mentoring and stakeholder management.

Why Join?

This is your chance to work on transformative projects in a dynamic, supportive environment. You’ll have the opportunity to grow your expertise, work with the latest AWS technologies, and make a real impact.

Drop me a message at [emailprotected] or apply directly with your CV. Due to the nature of the role, candidates must hold eDV clearance.